An Introduction to Netsuke

Language: English

Published by Her Majesty's Stationery Office, London, 1982

0112903886 / 9780112903888

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Description: Features 81 color photo illustrations. The small Japanese wood or ivory toggles called netsuke have fascinated Westerners for a century by the humor and delicacy of their craftsmanship. This informative introduction explains the practical need for netsuke, outlines their social and historical background, describes the materials used in their manufacture and gives an account of their stylistic development. Nearly eighty examples from the Victoria and Albert Museum's outstanding collection are shown here. BINDING/CONDITION: pictorial boards; Very Good condition. reading list, index of artists. 10 inches tall by 7.75 inches wide. 47 pages.

Title
An Introduction to Netsuke
Author
Earle, Joe
Publisher
Her Majesty's Stationery Office, London
Publication year
1982
Condition
Very Good
Binding
Hardbound
Language
English
ISBN 10
0112903886
ISBN 13
9780112903888
Edition
2nd Printing.
Dimensions
10 inches tall by 7.75 inches wide
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